With all of the seemingly endless fallout from the Covid-19 virus I could easily talk about that and the effect it is having on the sports world. I think we all could use some actual sports content over more coverage of Covid-19 and by no means am I downplaying the severity of the virus I just think it’s good to have a bit of a release during these tough times. I’ll still touch on the Impact of Covid-19 but first some actual sports news.
NFL
Tom Brady stunned the NFL world this past week by leaving the New England Patriots. Tom Brady signed a two year 50 – million dollar deal fully guaranteed contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. I am a die-hard Indianapolis Colts fan and Payton manning was no doubt my favorite player of all time. The Patriots and Brady tormented the Colts for years ripping fans hearts outs, and Payton Manning was one of the all-time best But I conceived the notion of him being the greatest QB of all time a long time ago. The Best QB and arguably best football player ever is Tom Brady. Tom Brady through the course of 20 fantastic seasons as the QB of the Patriots Won six Super Bowls appeared in nine, he won the NFL MVP three times and was selected to the pro bowl 14 times. Tom Brady is the GOAT and I don’t think its any debate. As I touched on earlier I am a die-hard Indianapolis Colts Fan and they signed a star veteran QB as well inking Philip Rivers to a one-year 25-million-dollar deal. I am probably in the minority here but I think Rivers to the Colts is a far better move the Brady to the Bucs. Rivers is almost 4 full years younger than Brady threw for more yards last year than Brady and had a higher completion percentage. Yes, Brady threw one more touch down then Rivers last year and yes, he also threw for significantly fewer interceptions. I believe father time will finally catch Tom in Tampa Bay has weapons all over that offence they also have a very mediocre O-line and a QB who will be 43 at the start of next season and has never been very mobile I think the Bucs miss the playoffs in an extremely tough division. Whereas Philip Rivers with the Colts has a fantastic O-line solid running back in Marlon Mack if there able to add a solid number 2 wide receiver in the draft to relieve some pressure of TY Hilton. Not to mention a defense that is only getting better I think the AFC Championship game is a very possible expectation for this team.
NHL
The NHL season has been paused as a result of the Covid-19 virus, I am hoping that we at least see some conclusion to the playoffs and get to crown a Stanley Cup Champion, but I think we’ve seen the last of regular season hockey this year. So, I thought why not do some award winners predictions.
MVP – Leon Draisaitl – Edmonton Oilers
ROY – Quinn Hughes – Vancouver Canucks
Norris (top d man) – Roman Josi – Nashville Predators
Vezina (top Goalie) – Tuukka Rask – Boston Bruins
Selke – Patrice Bergeron – Boston Bruins
Coach of the year – Dave Tippet – Edmonton Oilers
NBA
The NBA season is also on pause as a result of Covid-19 and multiple players have tested positive in the NBA. Hopefully, we see a postseason though I am doubtful here are my award winners’ predictions fir this past NBA season.
MVP – Giannis Antetokounmpo – Milwaukee Bucks
DPO (Defensive player of the year) – Anthony Davis – Los Angeles Lakers
ROY – Ja Morant – Memphis Grizzlies
Coach of the year – Frank Vogel – Los Angeles Lakers
Most improved – pascal Siakam – Toronto Raptors
MLB
I believe baseball is the sport that could potentially benefit the most from Covid-19. With the season paused which would have started this week a shortened season is in sight. If we get baseball this year. So, say the MLB is forced to 80 – 90 game seasons almost cut their current season in half. I think this would be outstanding for them because of the increased importance of every game and not such a long 162 game season.
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